July 1st is a big day! I have two birthdays to celebrate today. Happy Birthday, Canada! And Happy Birthday to This West Coast Mommy!
One year ago today I hit Publish on my first post and officially launched This West Coast Mommy. Back then, I had no idea where it would take me or whether I’d even stick with it. One year and 380 posts later, here we are! This blog has grown so much in the last year, thanks to the long suffering support of my family, their willingness to pose for photo after photo, support and mentoring from my fellow bloggers, and most of all thanks to you, dear reader.
I’ve learned a lot about HTML, CSS, URLs, SEO, PR, FB, SU, IG, DMs, PMs, and a whole host of abbreviations. I’ve had the opportunity to work with some wonderful companies, some large and some small, and I’ve especially loved using my influence to showcase small and WAHM (oh, another abbreviation!) Canadian businesses. I’ve enjoyed reviewing new products and being able to share my thoughts and impressions with a larger audience.
My goal for the next year is to attend a blogger conference and meet in person some of the wonderful bloggers that I’ve gotten to know online. I want to continue growing my blog and developing my voice and my storytelling. I want to keep working on my photography skills, and I will finally build that light box.
But today my family and I will just enjoy the day together. I hope all of my Canadian friends have the chance to do the same!
Thank You to My Readers!
In celebration of my blogiversary and Canada Day, I have a little giveaway to thank my wonderful readers for your ongoing support. I want to treat one of you to some Starbucks! Don’t like coffee or don’t have a store near you? The winner can choose to receive their gift via PayPal instead.
Enter to win in the Rafflecopter widget below. This giveaway is open to residents of the US and Canada, 18+. Entries will be verified.
Donβt forget to check out my other open giveaways in the sidebar!
Wishing you and your family a safe and happy Canada Day!
“Chocolate Cupcake, Birthday Cupcakes” (text added) by eejaehee is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0
Disclosure: This is a self-sponsored giveaway. Prizing will be fulfilled by This West Coast Mommy.
I’m getting married!
Congratulations!
My good news is our family is getting ready to go on vacation to South Dakota, & I can’t wait!
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I passed all my finals. That’s my good news! π
Sophomore in college!
I am taking Friday off and it’s just a 4-day week with only 2 left…:)
We are going on a mini vacay this weekend!
I got a raise recently
I recently became an aunt to a beautiful baby girl. π
Congrats! Aunties are the best!
my baby just turned 3 months π
I keep winning contests
My Mom was just released from the hospital after 4 months! π
Yay! Hope she continues to improve.
My good new is that the flood waters are finally receding in my town! YAY!
Yikes! Hope everyone was okay.
My daughter, a stroke and cancer patient, was able to drink a milkshake yesterday.
That’s *is* wonderful news! So sorry this happened, I really hope she continues to improve.
my baby turns 10 today
My mom is coming to visit soon.
My baby is still nursing and healthy at 7 months
Woo hoo! Keep up the great work, mama!
It’s going to be sunny all weekend!
My news is that we finally have summer weather here and I am planning on enjoying the summer berries
My good news is that I only have 1 year of college left!
my wife has been very ill and is getting a bit better
LO looked like he was going to take his first step yesterday! Hes getting so close
We are buying a new house
i got a new tattoo
Yay for new ink! π
Like your site. π
My hubby got a raise!
I donated some old clothes today to the thrift store!
Son just learned how to roll over π Another milestone! π
I am going to be a first time Nana!
Congratulations! Grandmas get to have all the fun!
My 5 year anniversary is coming up next weekend <3
My friend since childhood is having a little boy
my baby just turned 4!
After 10+ months of being in and out of the hospital, my husband only has 1 more surgery until hes back to normal..hopefully.
Best wishes that everything can get back to normal soon for you and your family.
My first grandchild was born 9 days ago, a healthy, beautiful little girl named Hannah
Congratulations, Grandma! So exciting!
It’s the weekend π I have 3 days off of work to relax with my husband!
I won a few contest lately
I’m pregnant!
Congrats! Best wishes for a smooth, uneventful pregnancy and delivery!
We’re TTC!
Good luck! Sending lots of baby dust your way!
I am going to the pool today for the first time all year. Pretty stoked π
My husband and I recently found out that I am pregnant with our second child.
Congratulations!
I’m meeting new friends after being out of state for college for 4 years! π
I paid off my medical bills.
I got a new job!
My good news is that we finally got a bed.
p.s. I love your comments — I love the little pale green boxes; they’re so cute.
My wonderful fabulous news is that after 7 years of trying, my husband and I are expecting our baby in January! An amazing blessing!
Huge congrats! Best wishes for a safe and happy pregnancy and delivery!
We’re having the grand opening for our business this week!
My son got a job! Hope he stops asking me for money now.
Your news made me chuckle. π
I got some good deals with coupons for school supplies and some chocolate bars!
After not feeling well for while…I’m finally feeling good and will be taking my kids to the camp !
My little one just turned one year old! It’s been a crazy and blessed year for our family!
My daughter is back to eating solid food after having her tonsils out, and back to her old self!